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What else is a self-proclaimed pop culture, style, and beauty expert (or some may say know-it-all) to do but start a blog? Hi, I'm Patty J. - founder of PattyJ.com, a RI based lifestyle blog with a funny, smart, fashion-y take on daily life. Be sure to watch for profiles of the coolest people and places in RI and beyond as well as guest blogs from family and friends old and new.

Last week my friend Pamela emailed me about a new coffee place she'd found on Atwells Ave that I had to try asap - Vanuatu Coffee Roasters. (She knows me well.) Their site describes their coffee as 'rare, artisan-crafted, single origin...from the Republic of Vanuatu' (Translation: They are the only coffee house in the area that actually grows their own beans, which also happen to be some of the rarest in the entire world.). I just call it outstanding...Now, quick - get there before your coffee snob co-worker or old college roommate, who seems to always be updating FB these days, go and call dibs on the bragging rights.

For starters, the owners and proprietors, a brother and sister duo who are native RI'ers, could not be any nicer - I mean they knew the name and drink of choice of practically everyone who walked thru the door while we were there. Equally as important, they know their stuff. #CoffeeExperts First, they had me try The Rhody ("Ramp Up With A Rhody"), their signature cold brew. So refreshing, smooth, and yes, life altering. If you haven't had one yet, you're missing out in a big way. I also ordered my usual - a latte made with milk - and it was delicious. None of that bitterness or weird after taste that you sometimes get with lesser quality coffees. Nope...They even guided me - and had me sample more coffee - as I carefully debated which beans to buy and take home.

PattyJ Fun Fact: This is the only place in the continental US where you can enjoy this organic, 100% arabica, volcanic grown (No fertilizers used - only volcanic ash and rainwater from Southwestern Pacific!) extraordinary coffee.

And just when I thought things couldn't get any better, I saw the fresh baked pastries (They have their very own baker! Nothing frozen here folks...And they're introducing gluten free options now too.), breakfast sandwiches, and free WiFi. If I hadn't already made plans to meet friends for an early lunch in Pawtuxet Village, I would've probably spent the whole afternoon there.

PS - As I'm typing this, I'm brainstorming excuses to get back to get more of their coffee. #BorderlineObsessed

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What else is a self-proclaimed pop culture, style, and beauty expert (or some may say know-it-all) to do but start a blog? Hi, I am PattyJ - founder of PattyJ.com, a RI based lifestyle blog with a funny, smart, fashion-y take on everyday life. Be sure to watch for profiles of the coolest people and place in RI and beyond as well as guest blogs from family and friends old and new.

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What else is a self-proclaimed pop culture, style, and beauty expert (or some may say know-it-all) to do but start a blog? Hi, I'm Patty J., founder of PattyJ.com, a RI based lifestyle blog with a savvy, funny, fashion-y take on daily life. Be sure to watch for profiles of people and places in RI and beyond as well as guest posts from family and friends, old and new.